There is no rule that says we need to slow down as we age. In fact, we believe that it is never too late to get into the best shape of your life. In addition to being a source of self-confidence, regular Exercise supports cardiovascular health, bone density, mental acuity, and joint, tendon, and ligament health. Plus, who doesn’t love a good endorphin rush!

If feeling strong and powerful for life sounds intriguing to you, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our list of exercise best practices below.

1. Just Keep Moving, Literally

• Think high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts are too much for you? Good! You don’t need to do all of that to keep yourself in excellent cardiovascular health.
• In the past decade, scientists and coaches have come to embrace training practices which emphasize “Zone 2” cardio.
• Studies have shown that “Zone 2” cardio – exercise that keeps your heart rate in a zone between 60 and 70 percent of your maximum overall heart rate- strengthens the heart, boosts oxygen capacity, and may contribute to longevity by maintaining cardiorespiratory fitness.
• Running, cycling, or swimming that you do at a pace you can maintain for an extended period – at least 30 minutes – will put you in that Zone 2 state. Find a pool or treadmill and plug away folks!!

2. Be Flexible, Keep Your Life in Balance

• The best athletes in the world (think: Tom Brady) swear by the longevity benefits of flexibility and balance.
• Implementing activities such as yoga or tai chi which focus on these two pillars of physical health will help prevent falls and make sure you maintain agility.
• Moreover, a regular routine of stretching before strenuous exercise will prevent injury and will allow you to sustain a consistent exercise schedule over time.
• Remember: your best ability is your availability!!

3. Pump Those Muscles

• Maintaining muscle mass is critical for supporting a healthy active body at any age.
• You should focus on including strength training exercises into your workout regimen at least twice a week.
• Make sure not to neglect any one region of the body: focus on upper body one day, then lower body the next, then back or core on another day. Everything is connected in the human body, so make sure every part of you feels the love!
• Overall lifting guidance: higher weight, less repetition builds strength; lower weight, higher repetitions build muscle tone.

4. Keep Tabs on Your Body

• Leverage your physician network and schedule regular health check-ups to make sure your joints, muscles, and bones are in tip-top shape!
• Not only will these check-ups be a reason to affirm within yourself your hard work is paying off, but it will also provide a way to quickly resolve any concerns or ailments so you can get yourself active and healthy again.

Additionally, if you are looking for a partner to help you on your new fitness journey, look no further than Bold. Bold is a fantastic resource for finding better balance, building strength, and reducing pain with easy-to-follow online workouts personalized for you!

We want you to believe in yourself as much as we believe in you. With the right combination of self-faith, discipline, resources, and an attitude of curiosity, you can take your Body and wellbeing to new heights at any age. Why not make this upcoming year the best year yet for your body?!

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